Jared Tucker

Jared Tucker has been working full time as a licensed funeral director and embalmer in Bedford since 2007. A Bedford native, Jared was a 2003 graduate of Liberty High School. After high school, he attended Gupton-Jones College of Mortuary Science in Atlanta, GA and graduated in 2006. Jared worked in Georgia and North Carolina for surrounding funeral homes to later realize he wanted to return to his hometown of Bedford.

In his spare time, Jared enjoys camping and traveling with his wife, Amanda and their son, Raylan. He attends Walnut Grove Church in Montvale. If he’s not working or traveling you can bet he’s golfing, hunting, fishing, camping or relaxing with friends.

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Family Reviews

Ms. Brenda Kerns, I have been meaning to stop and speak to you personally but I felt compelled to send you a note. Words cannot express the kindness and comfort I have felt getting your notes on the special days of my mother...

R.A. Bolling

When my husband died suddenly Tharp Funeral Home was recommended to me by my friends. Jared was the director, problem solver, and guide through the funeral process. He found out what I wanted...

Barbara Field

Thank you so much for helping my sister and niece plan and have his memorial service. Your staff was extra kind to them in the most difficult time of their lives. Your facility was especially warm, welcoming, and beautiful...

Margaret

“Years ago I was briefly employed by a large funeral home. The emotion of loss doesn’t easily mesh with the business of death. It requires a truly dedicated person with special skills to handle both on a daily basis. In my opinion, you are examples of the best in the profession. This comes from someone

Michael E. SmithLynchburg, VA

“Your presence was a calming factor. You guided us so gently through the whole process. Your professional manner combined with your personal compassion meant more than we could ever express. Tharp is a valuable part of this community.”

Eileen LassLynchburg, VA

“Your kind and gentle manner during a very difficult time was exceptional. You were dealing with four very distinct personalities, yet took the time to listen and consider the wishes of each individual. Tharp seemed to understand and honor the value we placed on our mother’s life and made us feel as though she was

The Daughters of Elizabeth West Tweedy Lynchburg, VA

“You were especially helpful in explaining all the aspects of the cremation, from the initial startup through the removal of the cremains from the crematory. Being able to view this process enabled me to assure my family that our brother was not alone during this time. Thank you all for making this difficult and unexpected

Harvey ClaytonRaleigh, NC

“We cannot adequately express our sincere gratitude for your supreme level of service. Deep in our hearts we knew that, second only to our Lord Jesus Christ, our son was in loving hands at Tharp. You truly set the gold standard in personal service. We are truly fortunate to be associated with such a fine

Jerry & Ronda Smith Forest, VA

“Mom and Dad had pre-planned everything, so I really had very little to do when Mom passed away. My parents decided to preplan when my aunt and uncle did, and how grateful I am to them for choosing Tharp. They continue to look out for me even with their deaths. I have nothing but praise

Carolyn C. WhiteJackson, MS

"I want to take a moment to tell you how grateful we are. My mother would have been so pleased with how things turned out, which is the same sentiment shared with us by many of the family and friends in attendance. On a more personal note, I want to extend a special “Thank you”

Anne Wagner Lynchburg, VA

"I would like to express my appreciation and gratitude for your care and consideration all through the trying time of my husband's death. All throught the process you were so very helpful and took care of detail I never even thought of. Also with having the pre-arranged plans in place, it made the process so

Betty F. RiddickMoneta, VA

“Just a short note to say how much I appreciate the kindness and concern that all of the folks from Tharp provided to my family. This was one of the darkest days of our lives and all of you took the time to provide the best of care to my family. Please keep us in your

Sybil A. Frey

“Tharp Funeral Home staff has always showed a positive professional attitude towards the needs of our family. There has been several occasions that their services were required and we were always very satisfied with their service in our time of need!”

Bob & Doris Williams

"I would like to express my most sincere thanks to the staff of Tharp Funeral Home from my family for the superb job you did handling my father’s funeral. As a child who grew up in Lynchburg but moved away 12 years ago when I joined the military, I had no idea what funeral home

James W. Warf III, Maj, USAF Chief, Wing Weapons and Tactics

“I cannot begin to tell you how pleased I and my family are with the professional, compassionate and kind attention we received from everyone at the time my mother passed away. It was apparent their goal was to make everything easy and pleasing to us and they did an outstanding job. I first attended a

Donnis M. Honeywell

“Kyle and I would like to express our deep gratitude for all the care in which you provided for our family after my grandfather’s (Nathan Powell) death. In a chaotic and difficult circumstance, you offered us peace of mind and secure arrangements. I am so glad for the opportunity to meet you and thank you

Shannon and Kyle

"I just want to thank you for everything. You have helped me and my family through the worst possible time in our lives. The funeral and service was absolutely beautiful and I couldn't have asked for anything more. And my precious daughter, Amanda, was most beautiful. Thank you again so much to you and the

Victoria Johnson

On behalf of my mother, my brothers, and the entire Garbee family, I want to thank you for your exemplary care in making final arrangements for Clyde Lewis Garbee, Sr., this past week. We are so pleased with every aspect of the services rendered by you and the entire staff at the Lynchburg location of

the Clyde Garbee family

We just wanted to say thank you to the Tharp staff for the kindness shown to us during the loss of our precious baby. It was such a difficult time for us but everyone showed so much compassion. We appreciate the time spent with us and the assistance given to help with decisions. We cannot

John and Alison Pettit

I just wanted to say again how much my family and I deeply appreciate the extraordinary service that your team provided for my dad’s service. Everything you did was way beyond expectations. It was clear to me that all of you at Tharp cared very much for him and that made our experience easier and

C. Brent Douglass

The very sudden death of our dear father left my sisters and I bereft and overwhelmed. We contacted Tharp on the high recommendation of close friends, and we cannot say enough for how professional, thorough, organized, and intuitive the people at Tharp are. From the very first consultation, they truly listened to what we wanted

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Virginia would like to thank Tharp Funeral Home and Crematory for their unbelievable generosity in donating over $20,000 to support our mentoring programs. Essentially, those funds will enable us to match 20 more children that are facing adversity with positive, caring adult role models. We are very grateful. It's

The Free Clinic of Central Virginia is honored to count Tharp Funeral Home and Crematory as a Community Partner! As a Free Clinic we rely on volunteers to provide medical, dental and pharmaceutical services for our patients who are low-income and without health insurance. Tharp Funeral Home and Crematory's generous financial contribution makes it possible

We would like to thank the wonderful staff at Tharp. We cannot thank them enough for their kindness and assistance to our family during this difficult time.

Event Details

This is a companion group for those who have lost their spouse. You are invited to join in this gathering and make new friends at the same time. Dutch treat.
On the fourth

Event Details

This is a companion group for those who have lost their spouse. You are invited to join in this gathering and make new friends at the same time. Dutch treat.

On the fourth Thursday at 5:30 p.m. we meet at Charley’s Restaurant in Lynchburg. This event is specifically for those who have lost a spouse. It is a chance to heal, make new friends, and fellowship with others experiencing similar circumstances. Dutch treat.